US-based Mercer appoints Siddhartha Gupta as India President

Mercer, a business under Marsh McLennan, has officially named Siddhartha Gupta as its India President. 

Gupta brings significant experience from his previous role as the Chief Executive Officer of Mercer Mettl, Mercer's international talent assessment arm.

Why Siddhartha Gupta?

Gupta's tenure at Mercer Mettl was marked by notable achievements. Under his leadership, Mercer Mettl experienced remarkable growth, becoming the largest online assessment entity in India and one of the fastest-growing HR and Ed-tech startups globally. His deep understanding of the talent landscape and proven track record of success are seen as key assets for his new role.

What are Siddhartha Gupta’s new responsibilities?

In his new position, Gupta will report to Sanjay Kedia, CEO of Marsh McLennan India. He will also join the leadership teams for Marsh McLennan in India and Mercer in the India, Middle East, and Africa Region.

Gupta is expected to drive innovation and propel Mercer’s success in India, enhancing the company’s position as a trusted partner for organizations seeking to maximize their workforce potential.

Leadership comments

 “With Siddhartha's proven track record of success and deep understanding of the talent landscape, he is poised to drive innovation and propel Mercer’s success in India," Kedia said.

"I am excited to take on this role and lead efforts to further strengthen Mercer’s position as a trusted partner for organizations seeking to unlock their workforces’ full potential. Together with the talented teams at Mercer, I look forward to continuing to deliver exceptional value to our clients," Gupta said.

Mercer is a globally recognized consulting firm with more than 20,000 employees based in 43 countries, and it operates in over 130 countries.